Nonprofit Management Certificate
The Nonprofit Management Certificate is designed for professionals working in the nonprofit sector as well as graduate students in related fields who seek to broaden their educational foundation and deepen their expertise in nonprofit management. This graduate certificate enhances students’ understanding of both the theory and practice essential to effective nonprofit leadership.
Program Related Information
Program Contact
Minsoo Goo, Advisor
402.554.4900
mgoo@unomaha.edu
Program Website
Admissions
General Application Requirements and Admission Criteria
Application Deadlines
- Spring 2026: October 1
- Fall 2026: June 1
Other Requirements
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English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.
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Paper-based TOEFL: 550, Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 110
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- Statement of Purpose: The statement of purpose should be 2-4 pages double spaced, answering the following questions:
- What are your goals?
- Why are you pursuing the certificate?
- Resume: Submit a resume including work history
- Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation are required
Degree Requirements
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (9 hours): | ||
| PA 8550 | INTRODUCTION TO THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR | 3 |
| PA 8710 | FUND RAISING IN PUBLIC AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS | 3 |
| Choose one: | ||
| PA 8410 | PUBLIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| or PA 8480 | SEMINAR IN PUBLIC FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION | |
| Elective Courses (6 hours): | 6 | |
| ORGANIZATION THEORY AND BEHAVIOR | ||
| MANAGING INFORMATION IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR | ||
| PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT BUDGETING | ||
PA 8410 | PUBLIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT | |
| SEMINAR IN PUBLIC FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION | ||
| SEMINAR IN GRANT WRITING | ||
| TECHNIQUES TOPICS IN NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT | ||
| COMMUNITY ORGANIZING & SOCIAL CHANGE | ||
| Other determined course(s) in consultation with your advisor. | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |